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Arguments

State SenatorRob Johnson, who introduced the proposal, stated, "I think we should judge people purely on their qualifications. I think at one point in time there was a need for affirmative action programs, especially right after the civil rights movement, but I think the time has come now where they’re doing more damage than they are good.”[2]

Arguments

State RepresentativeJabar Shumate used the argument that the measure is being used as a tool to rouse residents, arguing, "If there’s no problem and you’re looking for a solution, there has to be a conclusion that there’s an effort to stir up the fears of people."[2]